Entertainments

Toke Makinwa Set To Host The Premiere Of Showmax’s ‘The Real Housewives Of Lagos’

Published

3 years ago

March 30, 2022

By John Adebusuyi, Abuja

Showmax has announced Multi-media personality Toke Makinwa as the host for the premiere of the most anticipated reality show, The Real Housewives of Lagos (RHOLagos).

Toke is no stranger to the entertainment industry. She has hosted numerous events, owns a TV show, a radio show, and a YouTube vlog, Toke Moments, where she discusses relationships and lifestyle.

The Real Housewives of Lagos follows the opulent lives of six of the most glamorous women in Lagos, Nigeria. The women include Carolyna Hutchings, Laura Ikeji-Kanu, Chioma Ikokwu, Toyin Lawani-Adebayo, Iyabo Ojo, and Mariam Timmer.

The event will take place on the 2nd of April, 2022, and it promises glitz and glam in the true Lagos style. The event, themed ‘Eko Glam’, will be attended by big names in the entertainment industry, and multi-awarded DJ Neptune will be holding it down with the music.

Speaking on the announcement, Toke Makinwa said, “I am a big lover of reality series. Hosting the premiere event of the Lagos edition of the international franchise is a big deal for me. I cannot wait to see all the drama and luxury the women will be bringing on the show.”

Fans of the show can join the event live on TikTok on the official Showmax pages. You can also join the conversation with the official hashtag #RHOLagos on

Twitter and Instagram.

MTN Nigeria also makes it easier and more cost-effective for viewers to subscribe and watch RHOLagos on Showmax. MTN customers will be able to pay for their Showmax subscription using their airtime.

RHOLagos will be dropping exclusively on Showmax from the 8th of April, with new episodes every week

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Creative Industry

Nigeria, Saudi Arabia Explore Film Production Collaboration

Published

4 weeks ago

February 19, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

Nigeria and Saudi Arabia have commenced discussions on sustainable cultural cooperation, particularly in the area film production.

Consequently, a meeting has been held between the Nigerian Film Corporation led by Dr. Ali Nuhu and Mr. Ali Khalil Al-Maqeit, representative of the Saudi Arabia Film Commission, at the ongoing Berlinale film festival in Germany.

The Saudi authorities are eager to sign a cooperation agreement with Nigeria, to facilitate a robust film sector development for both countries.

The potentials for film industry growth are vast, with opportunities for co-production, talent exchange, and knowledge sharing. The handshake between Nigeria’s vibrant film industry, and that of Saudi Arabia would enable the showcase of unique cultures of both nations.

This significant effort is part of a broader strategy by Saudi Arabia and Nigeria to strengthen bilateral cultural relations.

As the two countries move towards the emplacement of a cooperation agreement, exciting new developments and investment opportunities await Nigeria and Saudi filmmakers.
#nfc #nigerianfilm #development #poweringpossibilities

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